Violence weakens short term memory

Published: July 27, 2017, 11 p.m.

b'Short term memory is incredibly important in day to day life, whether you\'re driving to work, having a conversation, or reading through the Naked Scientists website. However, scientists from Princeton University have found evidence that exposure to violence reduces short term memory, even if the violent incident occured more than a decade ago. Alexandra Ashcroft spoke to Pietro Ortoleva to find out more... Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked Scientists'